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Clarke Creek vs May Downs

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Clarke Creek (1001) sits above May Downs (976).

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Clarke Creek and May Downs side by side

MeasureClarke CreekMay Downs
Renting
Owner occupied–70.0%
Renter occupied78.0%11.0%
Schools
Schools nearby12
Average ICSEA1001976
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population3293
Median age4638
Climate
Annual rainfall624 mm562 mm
Mean max, January32.6°C33.3°C

Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.

Which suits whom

For buyers
We don't yet have verified suburb-level medians for one or both of these suburbs. Check the individual profiles for the data we do publish, and the methodology page for how we source it.
For investors
Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
For families
Clarke Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (1001 vs 976). May Downs also has a higher family-household share (89% vs 78%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Clarke Creek vs May Downs: common questions

Does Clarke Creek or May Downs have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Clarke Creek scores 1001 vs 976 in May Downs. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.

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